Senior Software Engineer (Bioinformatics)

Othram is the world’s only laboratory purpose-built to combine genome sequencing with advanced human identification applications. The laboratory, based in The Woodlands, Texas, is also the only facility in the United States or Canada offering end-to-end, in-house processing from forensic evidence to investigative leads. Over the last three years, this technology has helped law enforcement crack hundreds of cases at the local, state, and federal level, many of which had been unsolved for decades.

Job Description
The Software Engineer (Bioinformatics) will be responsible for developing, implementing, and improving algorithms for analyzing genomic data. A solid understanding of algorithm analysis, data structures, and scientific computing will enable the software engineer to deliver performant solutions that will support Othram's mission to enable human identification.

Responsibilities

• Develop algorithms and tools for analyzing genomic and genealogical data
• Implement algorithms for internal tools, and optimize runtime performance and results to meet company objectives
• Increase scalability of existing algorithms and tools as datasets grow
• Work with scientists and researchers to develop new algorithms for analyzing large datasets
• Evaluate performance of internal and external bioinformatics tools
• Develop data visualization techniques to provide insights into data patterns, user behavior, etc.
• Understand business objectives, and propose novel solutions and strategies to effectively meet those requirements
• Coordinate closely with product management and engineers to design, prove, and implement new algorithms, statistical models, and processes

Requirements

• Educational background computer science, software engineering, bioinformatics, or a related field
• Experience with at least one systems programming language (C or Rust) and one scripting language; we use Rust, Python and Bash
• Good understanding of theoretical performance of various algorithms and data structures (algorithmic complexity, runtime performance, etc.)
• Experience with bioinformatics, genealogy, and/or population genetics is a huge plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills

Othram is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Our team is on a mission to help families, affected by crime or the loss of a loved one, get the answers they deserve. If you are passionate about helping others, and have the focus and dedication to build new things from scratch, join our team and help us make the world a safer and more just place.